SMOKED CHEDDAR-JALAPEñO RANCH MEAT LOAF

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Smoked Cheddar-Jalapeño Ranch Meat Loaf image

Provided by Mark Miller

Categories     Beef     Cheese     Pork     Bake     Cheddar     Beef Tenderloin     Bacon     Fall     Jalapeño

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup applewood-smoked bacon lardons (3/4 inch sticks)
1 3/4 pounds ground premium beef sirloin
3/4 pound ground pork
4 large eggs
1/4 cup minced jalapeños
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon toasted ground Mexican oregano
3/4 cup cubed smoked cheddar
1 cup diced white onion

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Partially cook the bacon in an ovenproof skillet over low heat for 5 minutes. Do not let the bacon get hard. Transfer to a large bowl, add all the other ingredients, and mix very well. Put the mixture back into the skillet or into a standard 8-inch loaf pan and bake for 1 hour, or until the meat loaf reaches an internal temperature of 150°.
  • Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve with an assortment of roasted vegetables.

Sajib roy Shopnip
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This meatloaf was a disappointment. It was dry and bland.


Hollie Ofarrell
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe is an exception. It's so flavorful and moist.


Asja Celiku
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This is my go-to meatloaf recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Anthony Watkins
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I've made this meatloaf several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Ahmed Ramim
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This meatloaf was delicious! I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


indie Stephenson
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I accidentally used pepper jack cheese instead of smoked cheddar, but it still turned out great. This meatloaf is a keeper!


Zanna Bell
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This meatloaf was a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll probably make it again, but with less jalapeños.


Sakib Mizan
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I made this meatloaf for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Isteyak Ahammed
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This is the best meatloaf recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are amazing and it's so moist and juicy.


John platt
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This meatloaf was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I used a cast iron skillet, which gave it a nice crispy crust. I'll definitely be making this again!


Yasmine Fradi
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I'm not usually a fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The jalapeños and ranch dressing gave it a nice kick, and the smoked cheddar added a rich, smoky flavor.


Ahmed Koudia
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This meatloaf was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of smoked cheddar, jalapeño, and ranch dressing was unique and flavorful. The meatloaf was moist and juicy, and the bacon on top added a nice crispy texture.